When you’re through London a lot, like very often a lot, and learn that the best pizza place in Europe (outside of Italy) is in the city… well, first you think, Brexit be damned! Then you think, we MUST go there. We opted for the Chiswick location and were glad we had a reservation. The…
Month: September 2024
Sina Centurian Palace- Venice
After test driving a night at the Sina Centurian Palace, along with the gorgeous meal at Antinoos, we were hooked! The building itself is an architectural dream. Pulling up to it in a water taxi, really gave the stay a special start. After booking a standard room with Tablet (my first time using this service),…
Antinoos Restaurant- Venice
If you’;re after THE restaurant for golden hour that is literally dripping in the golden showers of romance, the oddly named Antinoos is your spot. Could a table on the Grand Canal get much better? Just wait until your front row view of sunset. Amuse bouche are investitive even when impaled on rather sharp spikes….
Peanut Butter Oatie Bars
This recipe is based on an old recipe from David Lebovitz, who calls these ‘granola bars,’ which I find quite amusing given their cookie-like contents. Whatever you call them, they are DELICIOUS. The Gentleman eats them straight from the freezer, as they’re very chewy, so when the stash runs out, they must be replaced. Last…
Il Palazzo Experimental- Venice
We spent a lovely few days at the Il Palazzo Experimental in Dorsoduro. Despite being the height of August heat, the hotel was a breath of fresh air with it’s gorgeous gardens- not previously seen on a winter trip to the property- and dark, cool rooms. We booked a superior room which was said to…
Ristorante Riviera- Venice
On my favorite island of Venice, Dorsoduro, is the wonderful canal-side restaurant, Ristorante Riviera. The white table cloths and sunset location ensure that it feels like a special occasion. The attentive, but relaxed service allows you to feel comfortable and focus on the beautiful food at hand and time with your fellow diner. On this…